Trespassing in Sumter County, Florida
66 cases (2025) · Sumter County courts
Updated July 2026 · 2025 data
In 2025, Sumter County prosecuted 66 trespassing cases with a guilty verdict in 87.9%—the highest rate for this charge in Florida. No cases were dismissed, compared to a statewide dismissal rate of 3.8%, indicating especially aggressive prosecution in this county. Diversion was used in only 1.5% of cases, below the statewide average of 3.1%. Adjudication was withheld in 10.6%, near statewide levels, but the absence of dismissals sets Sumter apart as a jurisdiction where trespassing charges typically result in conviction.
Jail incarceration was notably high: 60.6% of defendants received jail sentences. Average sentences were 72.7 days with a median of 60 days; probation averaged 304.3 days. Fines were relatively modest at $241 on average. Public defenders represented 68.2% of defendants, with minimal private counsel involvement at 4.5%.
Before Court: State Attorney Decisions
Not every Trespassing charge in Sumter County makes it in front of a judge. Of 155 prosecutor decisions on Trespassing charges (2023-2025), the State Attorney declined to file, dropped, or dismissed 15.5% — in line with the 17.8% statewide rate. These decisions happen early in a case, before trial.
Source: Florida Department of Law Enforcement, State Attorney case data (2023-2025). Rates are per charge, not per defendant — a dropped charge often reflects a plea agreement on another charge in the same case, not the case going away. Percentages are of charges receiving a prosecution decision; transfers between courts are excluded. Court outcome data on this page is a separate dataset covering cases that reached disposition. Statewide charging patterns: The Florida Prosecution Report.
Outcome Breakdown (2025)
Exhibit · Case outcomes (2025)
Largest outcomeGuilty — 87.9% of 66 cases.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 66 cases · 2025 — FloridaCourtFile.com
Sentencing Breakdown (2025)
Exhibit · Sentencing when convicted (2025)
Confinement-type detail below is computed across all available years (2023-2025).
| Confinement Type | Count | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|
| County Jail | 89 | 2.7 months |
| State Prison Facility | 2 | 3.2 years |
Convicted defendants' full sentencing detail — sentence ranges, fines, prison vs. probation odds: Trespassing sentencing in Sumter County.
Counsel Analysis (2025)
Demographics (2025)
Demographic data reflects systemic patterns in the criminal justice system and should not be used to draw conclusions about any racial or ethnic group. Disparities may reflect differences in policing, prosecution, and socioeconomic factors rather than actual crime rates.
| Race | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 51 | 90.2% | 0.0% |
| Black | 12 | 83.3% | 0.0% |
Age Distribution (2025)
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 66 | 84.8% | 0.0% | 3.7 months |
| 2024 | 56 | 80.4% | 0.0% | 5.0 months |
| 2025 | 66 | 87.9% | 0.0% | 2.4 months |
Charge Level Breakdown
| Level | Degree | Cases |
|---|---|---|
| Misdemeanor | First Degree | 135 |
| Misdemeanor | Second Degree | 45 |
| Felony | Third Degree | 8 |
Related Charges in Sumter County
Rates shown are 2025 unless marked otherwise.
| Charge | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drug Possession | 1,098 | 62.6% | 0.3% |
| Traffic Offense | 853 | 76.4% | 0.0% |
| Battery | 341 | 66.9% | 1.5% |
| Other | 263 | 84.4% | 0.4% |
| Larceny / Theft | 299 | 75.6% | 0.3% |
| Resisting Officer | 143 | 81.8% | 0.0% |
| DUI | 154 | 99.4% | 0.0% |
| Fraud | 122 | 74.6% | 0.0% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the guilty rate for Trespassing in Sumter County?
The guilty rate is 87.9% based on 66 cases (2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Trespassing in Sumter County?
Adjudication is withheld in 10.6% of cases (2025). This is a Florida-specific outcome where the court finds guilt but does not formally convict, allowing the defendant to avoid a conviction record under FL Statute 948.01.
What is the average sentence for Trespassing in Sumter County?
The average sentence is 2.4 months, with an average fine of $241 (2025).
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
68.2% of defendants use a public defender, while 4.5% retain private counsel (2025).
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Trespassing in Sumter County, Florida (2025). Based on 66 public court records; last updated July 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/charges/trespassing/sumter
About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Sumter County. "Guilty" includes all cases where the defendant was found guilty. "Adjudication withheld" is a Florida-specific disposition where guilt is found but the court withholds formal adjudication under FL Statute 948.01. "Dismissed" includes all cases dismissed by the court or prosecution.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 66 cases (2025) · Data last updated July 2026 — FloridaCourtFile.com